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Benjamin Moore Bourbon Street 1257

Bourbon Street

Benjamin Moore

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About Bourbon Street by Benjamin Moore

Bourbon Street 1257 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 19% and hue near 3° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 18.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #9a6d6b

RGB: 154, 109, 107

Hue

Saturation19%

Lightness51%

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Bourbon Street looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Bourbon Street 1257 a warm or cool color?
Bourbon Street by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Bourbon Street?
Bourbon Street sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 3°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Bourbon Street?
Brightness is about 19%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 51%. Hue is close to 3°. The hex value is #9a6d6b. The RGB value is 154, 109, 107.
Is Bourbon Street better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Bourbon Street has brightness around 19%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Bourbon Street?
You can match Bourbon Street with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Bourbon Street work best in a home?
Bourbon Street works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Bourbon Street compare to a pure white paint?
Bourbon Street is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Bourbon Street in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Bourbon Street in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Bourbon Street. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Bourbon Street. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.